The Blue Raiders led by 17 points in the first half after two
free throws from O'Neil made the score 32-15 with 3:30 left in
the half. Middle Tennessee went into halftime with a 32-22
advantage, and would lead for the entire second half.

Greg Gantt scored 17 points to lead the Owls (14-15, 10-8),
while Sanchez Hughley added 13 points and 11 rebounds. Florida
Atlantic has lost three games in a row.

Middle Tennessee shot 43.1 percent from the field (22-for-51),
including 50 percent from 3-point range (6-for-12).